It was a good Saturday morning in Louisa County. I was invited to lead a workshop on the challenges that we all experienced when doing African American genealogy. The principles apply to all genealogy research since each of our families … Continue reading →

Originally posted on Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter: Here is your chance to be a television star and also to have a genealogy mystery solved for you. The producers from the PBS’ series “Genealogy Roadshow” are collecting family stories from…

This is really something to consider, thanks to Dick Eastman. Dick is explaining the current need as to why we need to begin converting our video tapes to DVD. For those of us that have numerous family videos that covers … Continue reading →

Originally posted on Genealogy Adventures: This post is a glimpse into my working practices when it comes to researching black ancestors who were enslaved. On the one hand, it will probably look like Olympic standard mental gymnastics. On the other,…

I love the opportunity to share, coach, teach and facilitate learning. Various topics are included, some link to genealogical research, bullying in the workplace and housing counseling. Below is a taste of the “Familytreegirl” on the road: September 22, Financial … Continue reading →

“There are two lasting bequests we can give our children: One is roots, the other is wings.” Teaching children values and giving them the opportunity to excel is essential to good parenting. However, I feel I must also provide my children (and myself) insight into the ones who came before us: our ancestors whose lives and stories have shaped us into who we are. This is my journey; these are their stories…

“There are two lasting bequests we can give our children: One is roots, the other is wings.” Teaching children values and giving them the opportunity to excel is essential to good parenting. However, I feel I must also provide my children (and myself) insight into the ones who came before us: our ancestors whose lives and stories have shaped us into who we are. This is my journey; these are their stories…